Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 2
New Orleans HornetsHornets
117
away
Houston RocketsRockets
121
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 30 | 35 | 28 | 24 | 117 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 34 | 34 | 26 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Rockets survived the Hornets 121-117. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Rockets ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Rockets bent the defense out of shape from deep. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.